To kick off the 2024-2025 season, the Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center is thrilled to announce “Backyard Bash X: Day of the Dead,” a FREE Mexican-themed celebration featuring the Selena Forever Tribute Show and Mariachi Herencia de Mexico, on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 7 p.m. Tickets are available here.
This year’s 10th annual Backyard Bash promises to be an unforgettable experience for attendees of all ages. Guests will be treated to the electrifying Selena Forever Tribute show, honoring the legendary queen of Tejano music, Selena Quintanilla. Selena’s contributions to music...Read More

FLITE Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to guiding vulnerable youth and those transitioning out of foster care towards independence through housing, education, employment, and comprehensive care coordination, will host its seventh annual Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort Heroes Luncheon on Friday, November 1, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. WPLG Local 10’s Eric Yutzy returns to emcee the special event at the Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort (321 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. in Fort Lauderdale) that will kick off the organization’s 15th anniversary celebration.
FLITE Center’s Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort Heroes Luncheon is a tribute to the organization’s partners, funders, and frontline staff who support and dedicate their lives...Read More

EdFed hosted a week-long community open house at their Miramar Park Place branch to celebrate their arrival as a new member of the local business community. Senior credit union officials and other representatives were joined by esteemed community leaders including a delegation from the City of Miramar led by Mayor Wayne Messam and Commissioners Yvette Colbourne and Maxwell Chambers.
EdFed’s President and CEO Mike DiBenedetto spoke at the event, emphasizing the credit union’s mission to educate and empower members as a not-for-profit financial institution. In his remarks, DiBenedetto expressed EdFed’s strong commitment to supporting local residents with financial...Read More 

Jim Mooney has been a steadfast leader and dedicated advocate for the Florida Keys and District 120. Having lived in the Keys his entire life, Jim understands the unique challenges and opportunities that come with representing this one-of-a-kind community. His long-standing commitment to public service, paired with his deep-rooted love for the region, makes him the clear choice for re-election to the Florida House of Representatives.
Jim’s extensive experience across multiple roles—schoolteacher, coach, small business owner, mayor, and city council member—has equipped him with the skills and insight necessary to address the needs of his constituents. His leadership was tested in 2017 when Hurricane Irma devastated the Keys, and as mayor of Islamorada, Jim oversaw rescue operations and coordinated rebuilding efforts in collaboration with state...Read More 

The Miami Jewish Film Festival (MJFF) is honored to present the ninth annual Screening the Holocaust film series, an expanded cinematic program running from October 14, 2024, through September 29, 2025. The series will showcase twelve acclaimed Holocaust interest films, each presented monthly, accompanied by insightful discussions that aim to engage audiences understanding and deeper exploration of this historical event and its lasting impact.
Presented in collaboration with the Claims Conference, the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, the Holocaust Teacher’s Institute, and The University of Miami’s Sue and Leonard Miller Center for Contemporary Judaic...Read More

Juan Carlos Porras is a dynamic and results-driven leader who has proven his dedication to serving the residents of Florida House District 119. Since assuming office in November 2022, Porras has worked tirelessly to represent his community and advance policies that improve the lives of all Floridians. Now, as he is running as the incumbent, it is clear that his commitment to his constituents and conservative values make him the right choice for District 119.
Porras, a Miami native, embodies the spirit of hard work and public service. With a degree in political science from Florida International University, he has demonstrated his commitment to making a positive impact on his community. Porras gained invaluable experience working in the offices of prominent Florida politicians, including U.S. Senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott, as well as state representatives, before launching his own political career.
In the Florida House...Read More

If you are considering plastic surgery, it is important understand the specific conditions under which this life changing surgery may take place, and air any concerns you might have before proceeding. Recently, one such inquiry stood out, regarding rhinoplasty:
“Dr. Wolf, I’m thinking of having a rhinoplasty, and my surgeon mentioned he can create an image of what I might look like post-surgery. Is that accurate, and why do doctors use imaging for rhinoplasty patients?”
In the world of cosmetic surgery, especially rhinoplasty, imaging technology is a game changer. It allows us to visualize potential results, fostering a collaborative discussion between surgeon and...Read More 

The Live Like Bella Foundation held its 11th annual Bean Automotive Group Bella’s Ball on Saturday, September 21st, to honor Bella Rodriguez-Torres and other families dealing with childhood cancer. 
This year’s event took place at Trump National Doral, where community leaders, supporters, and friends enjoyed a night full of elegance, inspiring speeches, and a resounding feeling of hope for a better future for children dealing with cancer. 
The theme of this year’s Ball, “Planting Seeds and Sewing Hope,” represented Bella’s unwavering positivity and support for others dealing with the same disease...Read More

eering Estate, in collaboration with the Antique Automotive Club of America – South Florida Region, will host the 12th annual Vintage Auto Show on Sunday, November 3, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Car enthusiasts of all ages can experience a variety of vintage cars, from 1965 and older, displayed on the historic grounds of the Deering Estate.
Buy early & SAVE! Early Bird Tickets: $13 for adults (ages 15+) and $6 for children (ages 4-14) now through 11:59 PM on Friday, November 1st. Please note that beginning Saturday, November 2nd, tickets will cost $18 for adults (ages 15+) and $10 for children (ages 4-14). Children under four years old do not require a ticket, and tickets are free with RSVP for Deering Estate Foundation Members.
Limited tickets are available and required for all guests. All members and non-members must purchase or reserve...Read More